Manipal Hospitals Kolkata Celebrates World Diabetes Day with Key Initiatives

News Desk, News Nation 360 : Manipal Hospitals Dhakuria and EM Bypass, two major units of India's largest healthcare network, Manipal Hospitals Group, commemorated World Diabetes Day with two significant initiatives: the establishment of the Manipal Institute of Diabetes at the Dhakuria location and a diabetes awareness campaign at the EM Bypass location. Joydeep Karmakar, an Olympian shooter and Arjuna Awardee, served as the event's Chief Guest. Both tragedies highlighted the critical need for early diagnosis, lifestyle awareness, and comprehensive diabetes management in India. The Manipal Institute of Diabetes at Dhakuria, Kolkata, brings together a team of endocrinology experts in combating the increasing pandemic of diabetes, including Dr Sujoy Ghosh, Dr Amal Kumar Sinha, Dr Monojit Ketan Mukhopadhyay, Dr Anirban Sinha, Dr Umakanta Mahapatra, Dr Soham Tarafdar, and Dr Shiladitya Nandi. This institute works as a one-stop diabetes centre with state-of-the-art diagnostic technologies, current treatment options, and

comprehensive patient support services. Laying emphasis on continuous care and patients' education, it is committed to early diagnosis, proper management, and follow-up to prevent serious complications related to diabetes. The team is committed to round-the-clock support and guidance to ensure that the patients receive personalised care and support in every step of their treatment, marking a major stride in tackling the growing national and global burden of this disease. At the launch of Manipal Institute of Diabetes, Dr Sujoy Ghosh, Consultant - Endocrinology, Manipal Hospital – Dhakuria, stated that Diabetes is no longer limited to a specific age range; it affects children, young adults, and the elderly alike. Diabetes affects about 100 million individuals in India, and the number is rapidly increasing. The Manipal Institute of Diabetes was founded to address this growing health issue with an integrated style of care. By bringing advanced tests, clinical expertise, and patient education under one roof, they hope to promote early detection, structured care, and long-term lifestyle support, allowing people to live healthier, more informed lives.

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